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Citing Evidence
Class Procedures
100
The restaurant was formal, so I bought a new suit. What does "formal" mean?
upscale, dressy
100
The boy lingered in the stands after the concert. He was hoping to watch the band members pack up. What does "lingered" mean?
stayed
100
The three students decided to collaborate on the project, since they all had different talents to share. What does "collaborate" mean?
work together
100

What is plagiarism? 

Citing someone else's work without giving them credit. 

100

Where do you turn in written classwork?

Your class period drawer.

200
The student strives to get an A on the test. What does "strives" mean?
try or tries
200
My objective was to get to work on time each day, so I would not get fired. What does "objective" mean?
goal
200
This school has a lot of diversity. We have students from many races, religions and cultural backgrounds. What does "diversity" mean?
different kinds of things or people together
200

Why is it important to cite evidence when answering a question or prompt?

To make your answer more credible. 

200

What 3 things must you include in every piece of written work?

Name, date, and period.

300
The girl had a very distinct way of dressing. She did not dress like the rest of the crowd. What does "distinct" mean?
different
300
Our hockey team was far superior than any other team in the league. We had not lost a game yet! What does "superior" mean?
the best
300
Cheerleaders are a boisterous group. They spend a lot of time jumping and shouting to energize the players and the fans. What does "boisterous" mean?
loud, noisy, energetic
300

What do parantheses look like? What do quotation marks look like?

Parantheses (James 5)

Quotation Marks "insert quote"

300

When are you allowed to use your phone in class?

Never.

400
The continuous pounding of the hammers gave me a headache. It seemed like they had been working on the new ramp for days. What does "continuous" mean?
non-stop
400
The gymnast was so agile. I was amazed at the graceful way she moved during the floor routine. What does "agile" mean?
flexible, able to bend and move in many ways
400
The auditorium looks like it is filled to capacity. I don't think we will find an empty seat. What does "capacity" mean?
The largest amount possible
400

Is a YouTube video a reliable source for a research paper?

Maybe. It depends on who published the video. 

400

If I miss school and want to know what we did that day, where can I go to find out?

Canvas --> Weekly Agenda/Modules

500
The town is so rural that most of the residents are cows! What does "rural" mean?
country
500
Keep your speech concise to save time. We have many students who need to present their reports. What does "concise" mean?
short
500
Nina was completely inept at cooking. She seemed to burn everything she tried to cook. What does "inept" mean?
have little or no skill
500

Name some reliable sources.

Answers will vary. 

500

It ain't personal...

It's professional!